Family and Children FAQ's

Yabun is a family-friendly, all-ages celebration of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures, full of music, dance, storytelling, and community spirit.


Whether you’re bringing bub in a pram, chasing after little ones, or hanging out with the whole extended family, this page FAQ is here to help you plan a safe, comfortable, and enjoyable day at Yabun.

Absolutely. All children should be accompanied by an adult at all times. We provide fun activities, but parents and guardians are responsible for their kids’ safety.

Parents and guardians are fully responsible for the safety, behaviour, and well-being of their children at all times.

Yabun, its staff, volunteers, and organisers cannot be held responsible for any incidents, injuries, or accidents involving children.

Also note, the Victoria Pools also requires that all minors be accompanied by an Adult. 

We love having families at Yabun, and following these guidelines ensures everyone has a safe and fun day.

Yes, you can bring strollers/prams.

Yes! We have arts and crafts, storytelling, workshops, and music activities designed for younger attendees.

Keep an eye on the program for times and locations.

Yes! The event site includes:

  • Accessible toilets and baby change facilities
  • Shaded areas to escape the sun
  • Free water stations

Yes. A Parent Room is a dedicated space for families with young children to rest, feed, or change their little ones in comfort. It’s a quiet and safe area designed to help parents to help with the essential daily duties!

Check back closer to date for exact location.

Facilities Available:

  • Baby change tables and nappy disposal
  • Feeding areas with seating for nursing or bottle feeding
  • Shaded, calm space to relax away from crowds and noise
  • Accessible toilets nearby

Who can use it?

  • The room is available to parents, carers, and guardians with babies or young children needing the service.
  • Elders or support people accompanying families are also welcome.

Guidelines for Use:

  • Keep the space clean and tidy for everyone.
  • Respect others’ privacy, this is a calm, shared zone.
  • Staff and volunteers are available to assist if needed.

We know Yabun is a big, busy day, if your child becomes separated from you, we’re here to
help.

What happens if my child gets lost?

Lost children (who are found by staff) are taken to a dedicated holding point, where they will be safely looked after by event staff until a parent or guardian is located.

What should I do if I lose my child?

Go straight to any staff member, volunteer, or security guard for help. Provide them with your child’s name, age, description, and last known location so we can act quickly.

Tips to help keep kids safe:

  • Point out a meeting location when you arrive so kids know where to go if they get
    separated.
  • Take a quick photo of your child at the start of the day so you know exactly what they’re wearing and can share a up to date image.
  • Keep small children within arm’s reach, especially near stages and busy walkways.
  • Write your phone number on your child’s wristband or a card in their pocket if you feel it helps. Wristbands are available from the Gadigal Information tent if you’d like to collect one.
 

Your child’s safety is our priority we’ll act fast to reunite families as quickly as possible.

If you come across a child who appears lost, upset, or separated from their family, please help us keep them safe.

What should I do if I find a lost child?

  • Stay with the child and immediately alert a event staff member, volunteer, security guard, or police officer.
  • Staff will escort the child to the lost child holding point.
  • Please do not attempt to walk the child around the event to look for their family, this can make reunification harder and may cause distress.
 

Important:

Children will only be released to a parent or legal guardian, verified by event staff.

Your assistance helps us reunite families quickly and safely. Thank you for looking out for our littlest mob membersl

Victoria Park Pool will be open with free entry all day on 26 January in support of Yabun. Due to the scale of Yabun, capacity limits to enter the centre and pool will apply throughout the day to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone. Please note:
  • Entry is subject to centre capacity
  • A 1 in, 1 out system will apply once capacity is reached
  • Queues and wait times should be expected
Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work together to provide a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone.
Re-entry is subject to capacity at the time you return and is not guaranteed. If the pool is at capacity, you will need to queue before re-entering. This will also apply if you leave the facility.
 
Thank you for your patience and understanding, as this helps ensure fair and safe access for everyone throughout the day.

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